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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character breaks the truce by wounding the Spartan king?

2. Who becomes angry about the idea of matchmaking the legendary Greek hero with a Trojan princess?

3. Which character is sewing and avoiding any fearful thoughts?

4. Which character goes disguised as a famous cousin and leads forces into battle?

5. Who is assisted by the heroic character to safety immediately?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the discussion in the Trojan kitchen garden as war begins.

2. Why does Hector miss the funeral of his child?

3. What is Helen's plan to save Troy?

4. How is Helen able to recognize Achilles?

5. What is the story that Helenus tells his sibling?

6. What must Helen do in order to survive?

7. Who are the only soldiers spared on the battlefield and why?

8. How does Paris distract his opponent?

9. In Part 2, Chapter 19, what risk does Cassandra take?

10. What eventually happens to Helenus?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the book, there are numerous instances of symbolism. Provide two examples of symbolism during the wedding of Helen to Menelaus. What do these symbols mean?

Essay Topic 2

Choose a character that Helen initially fears but then grows to like and become familiar with. How does their relationship evolve?

Essay Topic 3

The relationship between Cassandra and Helen evolves over time. Both women are outcasts because of the decisions they have made and both feel compelled to make these decisions. What are the similarities and differences between these two women? Are they sympathetic to each other? Describe their changing relationship.

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